Condition - Skin

Age Spots

Age spots are affectionately given this name as it is mainly adults over 50 that are affected by them.

WHAT ARE AGE SPOTS?

This condition can also be referred to as ‘sun spots’, ‘solar lentigines’ or ‘liver spots’ and they usually develop on areas such as: the face, shoulders, arms, chest and hands.

Age spots will often develop as small, round, flat patches of darkened skin which affects its even tone. Those with fairer skin are more prone to developing age spots, which often do not fade on their own.

Age spots are not usually found to be harmful, but their appearance is what causes the concern as they can make the skin look tired and are associated with getting older.

WHAT CAUSES AGE SPOTS?

Age spots are often an indication that the skin has been damaged by the sun, which is also why they appear in areas that get a lot of exposure. The darkened skin is caused by an excess of melanin; a substance that is naturally produced by the skin, and gives the complexion its unique tone. UV rays can trigger an increase in melanin production as it also acts as a way of protecting the skin. Over time the melanin can build up in the skin’s cells, appearing as darker patches on the surface.

HOW CAN THIS BE TREATED?

Applying a suitable SPF everyday has benefits for the skin in many ways. As well as preventing the growth of cancerous cells, sun protection can also avert premature skin ageing and damage to the underlying skin cells and tissues – including age spots. The experts at Dr. Grace Kelly Aesthetic Skin Clinic would always advise using a high SPF (50+), and skincare ranges such as ZO Skin Health and Obagi have these products available within their ranges. However, if reducing the appearance of age spots that have already developed is requested, we may be able to achieve this through the use of in-clinic treatments such as: IPL, laser skin rejuvenation, microneedling (SkinPen) and chemical peels.

Treatments

We Offer For This Condition Include

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Observ 520x Skin Analysis

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Microneedling

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IPL Skin Rejuvenation

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Laser Skin Resurfacing

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Obagi Medical

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ZO Skin Health

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Chemical Peels

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HydraFacial

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Observ 520x Skin Analysis

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Microneedling

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IPL Skin Rejuvenation

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Laser Skin Resurfacing

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Obagi Medical

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ZO Skin Health

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Chemical Peels

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HydraFacial

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  I would highly recommend Dr Grace Kelly’s Skin Clinic. My therapist, Natalie is warm and friendly. The treatment is always done with care and everything is discussed thoroughly beforehand. Very happy 😊
  
 
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 19 January 2023
 
 
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   Trina Bergman 
 17 January 2023
 
 
  I’ve been visiting  Dr Grace for facial treatments for several years. I wouldn’t go anywhere else now. Dr Grace always puts me at ease and I always come away happy with the result. She is an expert in her field. All the staff at the clinic are very friendly and accommodating. I would highly  recommend the clinic to anyone.
  
 
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 13 January 2023
 
 
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 12 January 2023
 
 
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 21 December 2022
 
 
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   Peach Monkey 
 15 December 2022
 
 
  Have been going to Grace for years! Always a lovely experience and always very happy with treatments and results! Highly recommended even my friends now go to Grace. Can’t wait for my next appointment.

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 6 December 2022
 
 
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 6 December 2022
 
 
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  I’ve always been self conscious about my skin and I was great full enough to have a hydro facial at Dr Grace Kelly’s clinic. This massively boasted my confidence and allowed me to better understand my skin and how to ensure I maintain a healthy looking face. Highly recommend and the service was extremely professional.